Most web marketing experts will tell you that the secret to a successful blog is to narrow your focus. Find a niche that nobody else is writing about, and write about it. So how’s this for focus: A blog that’s devoted to the Rideau Canal Pedestrian Bridge . ...

We totally called it . Lucy van Oldenbarneveld is the new host of CBC News at Six . ** Related: ** Ottawa Television Guide

* While attending university, he worked part-time cleaning student residence bathrooms. * His university nickname was Chico. * He enjoys rock and roll dancing and country music. * During his early years in Ottawa, he was an asphalt truck driver. ...

There’s a cool new tool on the OC Transpo web site: a bus stop search using Google Maps. Just type in your address, and little icons pop up showing nearby stops. You can also look up stores that sell passes & tickets . ...

Thomas DeChastelain (real name Frank Karbowiak), the blogger behind The Sens Watch , passed away last week. His wife Karen posted this on his blog: " _ Thomas DeChastelain passed away shortly after midnight, Monday morning Sept 4. 2006. ...

Four mayoral candidates will be part of a panel on entrepreneurship and economic development. It happens September 12th from 7pm-9pm at Bitheads (1309 Carling Avenue). Moderator: Janet Eastman from Ottawa Citizen Business TV Opening Speaker: Adam Chowaniec, Chairman of the board of directors at Tundra. ...

[ ](http://ottawastart.com/wp-content/uploads/2006/09/827903083_l.jpg) If you’re into Ottawa’s local music scene, check out The 20 hottest bands in Ottawa , as combiled by one of Canada’s 20 hottest hot music blogs, i (heart) music . The list was compiled based on votes from local bloggers and music scenesters. ...

The ice is back in at Scotiabank Place, as the Senators get ready to start training camp later in September. Check out the Senators web site for a story and photos on how the ice is installed. ** Related: ** Ottawa Hockey Guide

Big news for a slow news day in August: Terry Kilrea has pulled out of the contest for Mayor of Ottawa. Kilrea says he will be running for a councillor’s seat, but won’t announce which one until next week. Read Kilrea’s press release here . ...

CBC is looking for a new host for CBC News at Six in Ottawa. Go check out the full job description if you think you’re perfect for the job. Qualifications: Job requires a university degree or equivalent in journalism, communications or relevant field. ...